
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the West Ames Neighborhood of Ames, IA (112 Rentals)


2700 Lincoln

South Meadow

Wessex Apartments

Gateway

CORE Apartments

Hyland Apartments

Windsor Pointe

Copper Beech

Fountainview
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Hickory Ridge Apartments

Wyndsor Terrace

420 S 4th St

Grayhawk Apartments

Cranford Apartments

325 Welch Ave

304 Welch Ave

West Field Apartments

Aspen Village

2706 Kent Ave
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Western Hills Apartments

Fountain View Apartments

Haven Apartments

West Village Apartments

Somerset Apartments

The Ridge Apartments

203 Campus

Furman Somerset Apartments

Furman Western Hills

Melrose Park Apartments
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Furman 24th Street Apartments

College Creek Apartments

Grandview Square Apartments

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126 Welch Ave

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602 8th St, Unit 2, Unit 2

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808 Clark Ave, Unit 808 Clark Ave, Unit 808 Clark Ave

2810 Bobcat Dr

3004 West St

238 Village Dr

4511 Twain Cir

640 S. 4th St.

Village Cooperative of Ames

2810 Grand Ave

2929-2933 West St

Twin Oaks Apartments

Creek View Luxury Condos

3418 Coy St

Lincoln Park

2823 West St

Westward Apartments
West Ames, Ames, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West Ames?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Ames Studio Apartments | $887 | $610 | $1,500 |
West Ames 1 Bedroom Apartments | $944 | $650 | $1,600 |
| West Ames 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,060 | $589 | $2,130 |
| West Ames 3 Bedroom Apartments | $957 | $519 | $2,370 |
| West Ames 4 Bedroom Apartments | $949 | $429 | $2,800 |
| West Ames 5 Bedroom Apartments | $612 | $549 | $715 |
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There are currently 112 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the West Ames Neighborhood of Ames, IA.
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Largest Available West Ames 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the West Ames area of Ames, IA is found at Haven Apartments and is listed at 789 square feet priced from $1,035. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Haven Apartments | Birch | 789 Sq Ft | $1,035 |
| Fountain View Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 722 Sq Ft | $950 |
| Windsor Pointe | Aspen 60% | 714 Sq Ft | $725 |
| Fountainview | 1 Bed/1 Bath Apartment | 709 Sq Ft | $925 |
| Somerset Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath Apartment | 708 Sq Ft | $880 |
| Hickory Ridge Apartments | 1 bed, 1 bath | 675 Sq Ft | $869 |
| Western Hills Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath Apartment | 564 Sq Ft | $745 |
| Hyland Apartments | 1 Bedroom Apartment | 411 Sq Ft | $820 |
Cheapest Available West Ames 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit West Ames of Ames, IA is the 1 Bedroom Model starting from $710 at Furman 24th Street Apartments. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in West Ames is currently $944. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Furman 24th Street Apartments | 1 Bedroom | $710 |
| Windsor Pointe | Aspen 60% | $725 |
| Western Hills Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath Apartment | $745 |
| Hyland Apartments | 1 Bedroom Apartment | $820 |
| Aspen Village | 2522 Aspen (1 Bedroom) | $820 |
| Hickory Ridge Apartments | 1 bed, 1 bath | $869 |
| 301 Main | 1 Bed 1 Bath | $880 |
| 2706 Kent Ave | 2706 Kent Ave. (1 bedroom ) | $880 |
| Somerset Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath Apartment | $880 |
| Haven Apartments | Cherry | $895 |
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4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in West Ames, Ames, IA
Abbie Sawyer Elementary School
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom West Ames Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in West Ames with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in West Ames is at Furman 24th Street Apartments listed at $710.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom West Ames Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in West Ames is $944.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom West Ames Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in West Ames is a 789 square feet unit starting from $1,035 at Haven Apartments.
What is the average size for West Ames 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in West Ames is currently 654 sq ft.
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